Jyochandi Pahar

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Jyochandi Pahar - Location details

Jyochandi Pahar, Howrah, West Bengal

Jyochandi Pahar - History details

Jyochandi Pahar in Purulia is a granite hill linked to the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny. Known for its Maa Chandi temple atop 520 steps, it offers panoramic views of the Chota Nagpur Plateau. Featured in Satyajit Ray’s film ‘Hirak Rajar Deshe,’ it attracts trekkers and pilgrims alike. The site hosts fairs during festivals and is close to Ajodhya Hills, adding adventure and spirituality to its charm.